2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Xsara | Spectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |